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    Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q

    4.0 (599 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Otesia E.

    This was my first time trying Rudy's BBQ, and honestly, I wasn't missing out on much. I wasn't impressed. First things first - presentation. I didn't care for how they wrapped the meats. Why not just put them in a proper to-go container? I ordered ribs, moist brisket, new potatoes, and a banana pudding. There were two other orders, and one person also got ribs -- so they just put them together. Now for the food: Ribs: Good flavor, nice and tender. New Potatoes: Completely bland. I had to add some Slap Ya Mama seasoning just to make them edible. Brisket: Way too salty. I haven't tried the banana pudding yet, but really... how bad could that be?

    Tu N.

    Rudy's is an amazing spot with delicious food. The restaurant is clean, comfortable. Everything I've tried has been fresh, flavorful, and well‑seasoned. Highly recommended!

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    Nicole L.

    First time in and the staff was very helpful and personable. Huge dining area with multiple rooms. I really enjoyed the brisket and ribs. Pulled pork had too mushy of a texture for me. Will be back for sure.

    Ed S.

    We don't get back to Houston very often, but when we do, a visit to Rudy's is on our to-do list. Just walking into the dining room the comforting smoke in the air told me I was home. We've got a long drive back to Louisville, and Rudy's bbq beats some roadside burger doodle. We bought half a pound of smoked turkey, another half of smoked pork loin and a pint of coleslaw. Rudy's offers plenty of bread with your order for sandwiches. Add packets of "sause" and pickles and you've got your fixins for some great sandwiches. . I'm almost looking forward to the 18 hour drive home. Almost.

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    Michael A.

    Authentic BBQ! Meats are full of smoky flavor, tender, and juicy. Came here with a big group and we were able to find seating pretty easily. Place is kept clean and whatever you usually need at a BBQ joint is pretty accessible. Servers were prompt and polite. They're always on the move but seemed efficient and enjoying their work (which usually reflects in the product). Our family who are locals brought us here and it didn't disappoint in checking Texas BBQ off our list.

    Brisket potato, baby backs, sausage, turkey, potato salad, and creamed corn!
    Sean Y.

    Still undefeated. No matter how many of the Top 50 places I've ate at, I always make time to stop by Rudy's! Not all of them are good, but the Katy location is my fave! My order is always the same, a brisket potato with the works, 1/4lb of turkey, and a couple baby back ribs. Sometimes creamed corn and usually a small banana pudding. Don't forget the sweet tea in the plastic cup. Always hits. Don't sleep on Rudy's. You know what you're getting and it's always consistent. Rudy's for the win!

    Assortment of meat. Brisket, Moist (1/2 lb.)
    Memi O.

    Solid choice for Texas BBQ. Best meat hands down is the brisket moist. Service was self-serve stations for sauce packets (ketchup, mustard, mayo), onions, and pickles. Lots of seating and Country theme decor. I like the large hanging wall sign decor that says "I didn't chew my way to the top of the food chain to be a vegetarian!" The prime rib was completely red and raw so we had to get it replaced with brisket. Our Rudy's order and ratings of each: 1 lb brisket moist: 5/5 1/2 lb prime rib: 1/5 (totally raw) 1/2 lb pork rib: 2/5 1/2 lb pulled pork: 5/5 1 pint potato salad: 5/5 1/2 regular sausage: 3/5 1/2 jalapeño cheddar sausage: 4/5

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    1 month ago

    Their moist brisk is top notch. Roasted to perfection with the right amount of fat. A must try.

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    2 months ago

    Wanted to experience an authentic Texas barbecue. Very glad it included a choice of moist brisket.

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    4 months ago

    Way over priced for products. Order 5 ribs and one small side. Price was $23 for lunch. Quality is not good.

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    3 months ago

    We after a game and the brisket was to die for! You didn't even need to add more sauce to the meat!

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    8 months ago

    One of my favorite BBQ places in Katy. Great service and good food. Would recommend the brisket, ribs, corn, and mac and cheese.

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    8 months ago

    The brisket was at the right point - soft flavored delicious - Katy can have a decent BBQ.

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    1 year ago

    Love their ribs. Meat falls off the bone. Also their creamed corn. Really good stuff. My wife is big on the potato salad.

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    2 years ago

    Food is great. People are great. And believe it or not. Great place to get married and have the reception in the same room. Love this place.

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